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November 07, 2009
Crime log for Nov. 4
Following is a summary of some burglary reports made to police recently in Richmond and in Chesterfield and Henrico counties. RICHMOND POLICE 1600 block...
News Near You for Nov. 7
Henrico One juvenile died last night and another was in critical condition at VCU Medical Center after a fire in a single-family home in eastern Henrico...
Fort Hood suspect gave farewells to neighbors
As if going off to war, Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan cleaned out his apartment, gave leftover frozen broccoli to one neighbor and called another to thank him...
Virginia Muslims express dismay, sorrow at Fort Hood attack
Virginia Muslims reacted with dismay and sorrow yesterday to the shooting rampage at an Army base by a Muslim psychiatrist. “There is no political...
November 06, 2009
Parts of Va. under freeze warning
A freeze warning will be in effect tomorrow morning from 3 to 8 a.m. for parts of central and eastern Virginia, according to the National Weather Service....
UPDATE: One dead, another critical in eastern Henrico fire
Henrico County fire officials say one person is dead and another in critical condition after a house fire in the 1900 block of Johnson Road in the eastern...
McDonnell adds staff to transition team
Gov.-elect Bob McDonnell’s transition team today announced additional placements from the gubernatorial campaign staff. He tapped Janet Polarek as...
Fort Hood suspect moved to San Antonio
An Army medical official says the man suspected of opening fire on fellow soldiers at Fort Hood has been transferred to Brooke Army Medical Center in San...
Classmate said Hasan described terror fight as war on Islam
A classmate of the Fort Hood shooting suspect says Maj. Nidal Hasan was an outspoken opponent of the U.S. war on terror and called it a “war against...
AP sources: 1 rampage gun purchased legally
A 5.7-millimeter pistol used in the Fort Hood shooting was purchased legally by suspect Nidal Hasan at a Texas gun shop, law enforcement officials said...
Area police officers, firefighters receive Valor Awards
Richmond-area police officers and firefighters were recognized for selfless acts of bravery and awarded gold, silver and bronze awards at the 20th annual...
Hungary Brook Shopping Center is on auction block
The Hungary Brook Shopping Center in northern Henrico County is on the auction block. The retail center, on Concord Avenue near Parham and Brook roads,...
Va. man sentenced for running $5 million Ponzi scheme
A Crozet man will spend more than seven years in prison for running a Ponzi scheme that bilked more than $5 million from more than 30 investors.
Day care’s van driver convicted in child’s death
A Richmond day-care center’s driver was convicted today on two felony charges related to his role in the death of a child who was inadvertently left...
1 dead, 5 hurt in Orlando shooting; gunman caught
Police in Orlando say a gunman has been apprehended after killing one person and injuring five others at a downtown office building where he was let go...
Obama: ‘Entire nation is grieving’
President Barack Obama said Friday the entire nation is grieving for those slain at Fort Hood, and he urged people not to jump to conclusions while law...
Officer praised for taking down suspected gunman
The top commander at Fort Hood is crediting a civilian police officer for stopping the shooting rampage that killed 13 people at the Texas post.
2 U.S. soldiers die in Afghanistan
KABUL—NATO is reporting the deaths of two more American service members in Afghanistan. A NATO statement says the two Americans were killed yesterday...
Suspect arrested in Milwaukee theft of flu vaccine
Milwaukee police have arrested a man accused of stealing a truck carrying 900 doses of swine flu vaccine.
New Mexico boy tells 911 operator he shot father in anger
“Just get a doctor over here!“ the desperate 10-year-old boy begs a 911 operator. “Please hurry up. It looks like he’s dying.“ ...
UPDATE: Health bill vote could be tomorrow or Sunday
House Democrats are scrambling to secure enough support to pass President Barack Obama’s historic health overhaul initiative, working to soothe last-minute...
Dozens die when bus plunges down gorge in India
DHARMSALA, India—A crowded bus plunged down a steep mountain gorge in northern India today, killing 32 people, a local official said. At least 30...
Spain rules out freeing Somali pirates
Spain’s deputy defense minister has ruled out freeing two detained Somali pirates as demanded by fellow hijackers who are holding a Spanish trawler...
Sunny and 55 today, but freeze warning tonight
The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies, light winds and a high near 55 degrees today in the Richmond area. There is a freeze warning posted...
Obama to sign extension of jobless benefits
WASHINGTON—President Barack Obama is set to sign a bill today extending jobless benefits 20 weeks and prolonging the $8,000 homebuyer tax credit....
Police say couple stole nearly 1,000 bags from airport
PHOENIX—Locked safes, medical equipment and clothing piled from floor to ceiling were among the hoards of personal belongings sorted by police yesterday...
Va. forestry department selling smaller bundles of seedlings
The Virginia Department of Forestry’s online tree seedling store is now open. The department has expanded its annual offerings to include seedlings...
U.S.-brokered pact for Honduran crisis fails
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras—Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya said today that a U.S.-brokered pact failed to end a four-month political crisis after...
VCU alumni start $50 million fundraising campaign
Noting the steep drop in state financial support, yesterday Virginia Commonwealth University alumni launched a campaign to raise $50 million for scholarships...
Virginia reaction to Fort Hood shootings
Virginia statements on the shootings at Fort Hood: “I am truly saddened to hear of the tragic shooting at Fort Hood, home to thousands of our nation’s...
